Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP3
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Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Released January 2010

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP3 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon A10 versus Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A10 was brought out 6 years later than the FP3 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the A10 scores versus the FP3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The entire galleries are available at Nikon A10 Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Panasonic FP3
A10 | FP3 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 74 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Nikon A10
FP3 | A10 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon A10 and Panasonic FP3
A10 | FP3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A10 enjoys outside measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic FP3 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon A10 versus Panasonic FP3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the A10 vs the FP3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A10 and FP3 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A10 and FP3.
All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon A10 to offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent A10 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Nikon A10 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2016-01-14 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.2 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) | 155 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $90 | $182 |